Women’s Soccer begins A-10 Play Tonight at George Washington
Photo: Frankie Debari BY: KEGAN MCCALLUM, CONTRIBUTING WRITER The St. Bonaventure Women’s team will kick off its Atlantic 10 conference play today, … Keep Reading
You should vote, at the very least
By Tucker Reilly So the 2022 midterm elections are coming up. Look, I know you’ve heard from a million people this year about the necessity of your place at the ballot box. It’s exhausting, if not a little bit patronizing. But if you want to hear a better pitch than those “make your voice matter”… Keep Reading
Pumpkin spice is back with a vengeance
By Meghan Baehl I used to think pumpkin was superior, but after these past couple of weeks, I may have changed my mind. Every September, without fail, pumpkin spice returns with a vengeance. From candle scents to coffee, pumpkin is king. I am guilty of indulging myself with a pumpkin spiced chai or two,… Keep Reading
Stranger Things season 4 review
By James Rumschlag Stranger Things Season four was one of the most electric seasons of Netflix’s top shows. Set in March 1986, eight months after the events of the third season, the fourth season is split between different plotlines. We also see many references to pop culture, including a guest star from a very famous… Keep Reading
Wilt Chamberlain is the Most Disrespected NBA Legend
BY SAM CAROZZA, CONTRIBUTING WRITER Wilt Chamberlain might be the most disrespected legend in the NBA. People appreciate his greatness, but I feel like NBA fans don’t investigate him specifically as a player. His scoring feats alone could put him top 3 all-time in today’s game. Some of his scoring records include: most points per game… Keep Reading
The Buffalo Bills Have the Best Fan Base
BY DAN GEYER, CONTRIBUTING WRITER The Buffalo Bills: the only NFL team that plays in New York State No, the New York Giants and the New York Jets don’t count. They play in New Jersey. Bills fans have seen it all: Wide Right, the Comeback (known to now Tennessee Titans fans as the choke, or… Keep Reading
Giants Will Make the Playoffs This Year
BY LANDON WASHBURN, CONTRIBUTING WRITER The New York Giants have quickly become one of the worst teams in the recent years of the National Football League. Since the 2013 NFL season, the Giants have had one winning season. In 2016, they had a record of 11-5 and lost in the first round of the postseason… Keep Reading
Men’s Tennis Starts at Navy, Women Play at Buffalo
BY ANDREW HALE, CONTRIBUTING WRITER The St. Bonaventure University men’s and women’s tennis teams were in action this past weekend with the men’s team beginning their season at the Navy Invitational tournament. The women’s team, on the other hand, played in their second tournament in two weeks at the University at Buffalo Invitational. The men’s… Keep Reading
Administration Invites Students to Voice Food Concerns
BY ANDRE GIBSON, STAFF WRITER The St. Bonaventure Student Food Committee is looking for students to participate in meetings hosted by Daniel Hungerford, vice president for finance and administration, and Nikki Clark, the Aramark food service director, to voice the good and the bad to help improve the dining hall experience for all. Tuesday, students… Keep Reading
Parking on Campus – Present and Future
BY DAVID SCIBILIA, CONTRIBUTING WRITER Andrew Fox, a freshman cybersecurity major, slung the last of his clothes from home over his shoulder and prepared to walk back to his dorm in Falconio Hall. Unable to get a spot closer to his residence hall, Fox was forced to park by central receiving. Describing the parking situation… Keep Reading
The Bonnies Connect App, Updated
BY HADLEY THOMPSON, NEWS EDITOR St. Bonaventure University has updated Bonnies Connect, an app available for students and faculty use. Due to the limitations and availability of the previous app and the company, Rob DeFazio, associate dean for Student Life, said that it was time for a change. “The previous app was bought by another… Keep Reading
The Importance of the Voter Registration Drive
BY TANNER PASI, CONTRIBUTING WRITER As the 2022 mid-term and state elections approach, American citizens everywhere have the opportunity to exercise their right to vote. “Voting is the most important thing you can do as an American. That’s the only way your voice can truly be heard. You are deciding who is going to be… Keep Reading
Twenty-Four Clubs to Fundraise during Family Weekend Festival
BY MARNIQUE OLIVIERI-PANEPENTO, STAFF WRITER Jenna Keppel, the assistant director for Student Activities, Programming and Engagement at St. Bonaventure University, is excited to see how Family Weekend turns out this year. Keppel started her position in June 2022, so, this weekend will be her first Family Weekend, like many new students too. Twenty-four clubs and… Keep Reading
Program helps students get an “edge” above the rest
Photo courtesy of Sydney Flaitz / Kelley making a camper pie at the EDGE Program kickoff event BY KELSEY PURCELL, FEATURES EDITOR The Competitive EDGE Program is a professional development program hosted by the Career and Professional Readiness Center. The program allows juniors and seniors to get “an edge” on their competition when it comes… Keep Reading
Golf competes in VCU Invitational Tournament
BY SAM CAROZZA, CONTRIBUTING WRITER The St. Bonaventure golf team competed in the VCU Shootout this week in Richmond, VA. Although not the outcome the Bonnies expected, the shootout did have some standout moments. The Bonnies finished with a total of 878 points coming in 13th out of 14 teams. During the rounds they had… Keep Reading
Bonaventure makes bold stand with new fundraising campaign
Photo courtesy of Jandoli School of Communication. Concept art for the design of The Jandoli School of Communication. BY CASSIDEY KAVATHAS, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF A fundraising campaign that touches a bit of everything for the St. Bonaventure community launched publicly Sept. 12. “It’s been 164 years and we just want to build on that legacy and propel… Keep Reading
Women’s tennis starts season at Navy Invitational
BY ANDREW HALE, CONTRIBUTING WRITER After finishing the 2021-22 season with a record of 5-15, the St. Bonaventure women’s tennis team looked to get back on track, participating in the Navy-Invitational tournament from Sept. 9 – 11. The Bonnies joined Binghamton, George Mason, Johns Hopkins, Lehigh, Mary Washington, Monmouth and Navy in competition at the… Keep Reading
Tips and tricks to have a good start to the semester
Enjoy a coffee as a reward – Elizabeth Egan / The Bona Venture BY EMILIE WEINBECK, STAFF WRITER The first couple weeks of classes have begun for students and the air is filled with the excitement of a new semester. For some, establishing a routine has been easy. For others, it has been more challenging,… Keep Reading
Join the Club, Kid! 
New to campus or looking for ways to make new friends and get involved? Join the club(s) kid! Whether you live 45 minutes away or 10 hours away starting at a new school is hard. It is difficult to get into a routine and acclimated to a new schedule. The best way to make all… Keep Reading
SBU Service Saturday
Photo Courtesy of Alice Miller-Nation – Students posing for a photo at the Warming House BY ELIZABETH EGAN, FEATURES ASSIGNMENT EDITOR At the beginning of the fall semester, a day of service is organized to get Bonaventure students involved in the community and connect them to the Franciscan value of service. Saturday, Sept. 10 marked St.… Keep Reading
September — A Busy Month for Bona Students
Marnique Olivieri-Panepento / The Bona Venture – Students celebrate the tradition of Keg Klash with matching shirts. BY MARNIQUE OLIVIERI-PANEPENTO, STAFF WRITER As students fall back into the groove of college life, this month is a reminder that the semester consists of way more than studying and time management. This month brings various dates of enjoyment… Keep Reading